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Appellation America
Educational material about North American wines, wine-growing regions, and wineries, with an emphasis on the concept of "terroir": wine that comes from the same appellation (geographic region). Features a "Varietal Character of the Week" (with caricatures representing dozens of wine "personalities"), descriptions of wine regions in the U.S. and Canada, articles about wine, profiles of wine writers, an index of wineries, and more. From a group promoting the North American wine industry.
URL: http://wine.appellationamerica.com/
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21451

Freud Museum, London
This museum (housed in Freud's home after he fled the Nazis) celebrates the life and work of Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, and his daughter Anna Freud. The site features photos of the museum (including Freud's psychoanalytic couch), historical photos, and essay on topics such as Freud and religion, and the interpretation of dreams. Lists museum events commemorating the 150-year anniversary of his birth in 2006.
URL: http://www.freud.org.uk
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21467

The Jewish Foundation for the Righteous
This organization "provides monthly financial support to nearly 1,500 aged and needy non-Jews who rescued Jews during the Holocaust and educates future generations about their extraordinary acts of courage." The "Stories of Moral Courage" section provides an interactive map of Europe with associated rescue stories for each country. Also includes details about programs.
URL: http://www.jfr.org
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21000

Country Reports on Terrorism
Annual reports from the Secretary of State about "developments in countries in which acts of terrorism occurred, countries that are state sponsors of terrorism, and countries determined by the Secretary to be of particular interest in the global war on terror." Includes reports back to 1996. (Prior to 2004, these reports were known as "Patterns of Global Terrorism.") From the U.S. Department of State Office of the Coordinator for Counterterrorism.
URL: http://www.state.gov/s/ct/rls/crt/
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21488

Deadly Maps
This site provides images of "the complete collection of maps from Carnegie's, 'Deadly Arsenals: Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Threats'. ... The first five maps reflect the worldwide proliferation of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons and their missile delivery systems. The country maps show the major nuclear installations, both civilian and military, in each country." Includes maps of Iran, North Korea, China, Russia, Pakistan, Libya, Israel, and other countries. From the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
URL: http://www.carnegieendowment.org/static/npp/deadlymaps.cfm
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21475

Radtown USA
This site uses an animated town to provide basic information about radiation in the environment. Wireless networks, stadium light shows, and medical X-rays are some common sources noted in the presentation. Each location is linked to a fact sheet explaining the types of radiation, personal steps for protection, and the roles that various government agencies play in protection and control. The site also includes a glossary and related links. From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
URL: http://www.epa.gov/radtown/
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21420

Science: News
Daily news briefs on science topics from around the world, covering animals, plants, astronomy, health, geology, and many other topics. "ScienceNOW articles are free for four weeks after publication." Older articles from the archive may require American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) membership or a separate subscription. From Science magazine.
URL: http://sciencenow.sciencemag.org
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21452

Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
In honor of this annual May commemoration "this site showcases historic properties listed in the National Register and National Park units highlighting important aspects of the Asian and Pacific experience in America." Featured properties include the Granada Relocation Center (Colorado) and the Chinatown Archaeological Site (Riverside, California). Also includes links to other parks, travel itineraries, and related sites. From the National Park Service (NPS).
URL: http://www.nps.gov/history/NR/feature/asia/
LII Item: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/21495